A health check-up is a planned visit with a doctor, with blood tests and screening, to look at your overall health and help find possible problems early, often before you notice any symptoms. It suits adults of any age who want a better picture of their health, and especially people over 40, people with a family history of heart disease, diabetes or cancer, and anyone managing a long-term condition. At 7 Dimensions Medical Center (7DMC) our family medicine doctors carry out health check-ups at our Jumeirah (Umm Suqeim 3) and Al Barsha (Arjan) branches, with tests matched to your age, sex and health.
A health check-up, sometimes called a full body check-up or annual physical, combines three things: a conversation with a doctor about your health, lifestyle and family history; a physical examination; and tests such as blood work, a urine test and sometimes an ECG. The aim is prevention: to spot raised blood pressure, high cholesterol, raised blood sugar, thyroid problems, low vitamin levels and other common issues early, when they are often easier to manage.
A check-up is not the same as the residency visa medical test, which is done at government-approved screening centres.
| Area | Typical checks |
|---|---|
| Doctor consultation | Medical and family history, lifestyle, medicines, physical examination |
| Vital signs | Blood pressure, heart rate, weight, BMI and waist measurement |
| Blood tests | Full blood count, blood sugar or HbA1c, cholesterol (lipid profile), liver and kidney function, thyroid |
| Vitamins and minerals | Vitamin D, vitamin B12 and iron studies |
| Other tests | Urine test, and an ECG (heart tracing) where suitable |
| Women | Breast check, cervical screening (smear or HPV test) and mammogram referral by age |
| Men | Prostate check (PSA) discussed from about age 50, or earlier with family history |
Many clinics group these into packages, from a basic blood panel to a comprehensive or executive check-up with more tests and imaging.
A check-up is a good idea if you:
A check-up is not the right first step if you:
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Talk to our team at Jumeirah or Al Barsha. We will answer your questions and help you choose the right next step.
Most blood results are ready within 1 to 3 days. Your doctor explains each result in plain words, including anything borderline, and gives you practical advice. If something needs attention, the next step may be repeat tests, treatment, lifestyle changes or a referral to a specialist. For most healthy adults, a check-up once a year is enough; people with long-term conditions or several risk factors may need checks more often. Always see a doctor if new symptoms appear, even after a normal check-up.
A health check-up is low risk. A blood test can leave a small bruise or soreness, and some people feel light-headed, especially after fasting. Screening tests are not perfect: a result can be borderline or falsely abnormal and lead to further tests that turn out to be normal, and a normal result does not exclude every disease. Your doctor will explain what each test can and cannot tell you, so that you get useful information without unnecessary tests.
The cost of a health check-up in Dubai usually ranges from AED 100 to AED 5,500, depending on the number of tests, whether a doctor consultation, ECG and imaging are included, and the clinic. Typical ranges: Basic blood test package (no doctor review), AED 100 to AED 500; Standard check-up with doctor consultation, AED 900 to AED 1,600; Comprehensive or executive check-up, AED 2,500 to AED 5,500. These are typical market prices across Dubai clinics, not a 7DMC price list. At 7DMC, your exact price is confirmed at your consultation, before any treatment.
Usually a doctor consultation and examination, blood pressure and weight, blood tests for blood count, sugar, cholesterol, liver, kidney and thyroid, vitamin levels, a urine test and sometimes an ECG. Women's and men's screening is added by age.
Often yes, for 8 to 12 hours before blood sugar and cholesterol tests. Water is fine. We will tell you when you book.
Once a year suits most adults. If you have a long-term condition or several risk factors, your doctor may suggest more frequent checks.
Most blood results are ready within 1 to 3 days, and your doctor then reviews them with you.
No. The residency visa medical is done at government-approved screening centres. A health check-up is a broader look at your own health.
7DMC offers health check-ups at two branches: Jumeirah (Umm Suqeim 3), opposite Jumeirah Beach Hotel, and Al Barsha (Arjan, Al Barsha South), both with parking.
